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4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from Tallinn to Helsinki
Cheapest price
£18
Average price
£38
Fastest journey
2 h
Average duration
2 h
Ferries per day
17
Distance
82 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Tallinn to Helsinki is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Tallinn to Helsinki will cost around £38 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £18.
Of the 17 ferries that leave Tallinn for Helsinki every day 17 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu 02 Jul the direct ferries cover the 82 km distance in an average of 2 h but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 2 h .
The slowest ferries will take 2 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Eckerö Line6:002h15Tallinn Port (Terminal A)8:15West Terminal 2£181One-way0 changes- Eckerö Line12:002h15Tallinn Port (Terminal A)14:15West Terminal 2£211One-way0 changes
- Eckerö Line18:302h30Tallinn Port (Terminal A)21:00West Terminal 2£231One-way0 changes
Viking Line14:002h50Tallinn Port (Terminal A)16:50Helsinki (Katajanokka Terminal)£231One-way0 changes- Viking Line18:002h15Tallinn Port (Terminal A)20:15Helsinki (Katajanokka Terminal)£251One-way0 changes
Tallink Silja13:302h00Port of Tallinn (Terminal D)15:30West Terminal 2£301One-way0 changes- Tallink Silja10:302h00Port of Tallinn (Terminal D)12:30West Terminal 2£341One-way0 changes
- Tallink Silja7:302h00Port of Tallinn (Terminal D)9:30West Terminal 2£341One-way0 changes
- Tallink Silja19:302h00Port of Tallinn (Terminal D)21:30West Terminal 2£341One-way0 changes
- Tallink Silja22:302h00Port of Tallinn (Terminal D)0:30West Terminal 2£341One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and ferry for Tallinn to Helsinki
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Tallinn to Helsinki among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 2h 17m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the ferry is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £13, and a coach costs an average of £37.
Distance: 44 nautical miles (82 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Coach |
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£25 Average Price Cheapest | £41 Average Price |
3h 17m Average total duration Fastest 2h 17m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 6h 1m Average total duration 5h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Tallinn to Helsinki Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Eckerö Line | Departure Time 06:00 | Arrival Time 08:15 | Duration 2h15 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat |
Operator Tallink Silja | Departure Time 10:35 | Arrival Time 13:00 | Duration 2h25 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator VIKING LINE | Departure Time 10:45 | Arrival Time 13:15 | Duration 2h30 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Tallink Silja | Departure Time 10:30 | Arrival Time 12:30 | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Eckerö Line | Departure Time 23:30 | Arrival Time 05:15 | Duration 5h45 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Tallink Silja | Departure Time 13:30 | Arrival Time 15:30 | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator VIKING LINE | Departure Time 18:00 | Arrival Time 20:15 | Duration 2h15 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat |
Operator VIKING LINE | Departure Time 14:00 | Arrival Time 16:50 | Duration 2h50 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Tallink Silja | Departure Time 12:30 | Arrival Time 16:00 | Duration 3h30 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator VIKING LINE | Departure Time 17:30 | Arrival Time 20:00 | Duration 2h30 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator VIKING LINE | Departure Time 15:30 | Arrival Time 18:00 | Duration 2h30 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Tallink Silja | Departure Time 16:30 | Arrival Time 18:30 | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator VIKING LINE | Departure Time 22:15 | Arrival Time 00:30 | Duration 2h15 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Eckerö Line | Departure Time 16:30 | Arrival Time 19:15 | Duration 2h45 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Tallink Silja | Departure Time 22:25 | Arrival Time 06:00 | Duration 7h35 | Sailing Days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Tallink Silja | Departure Time 19:30 | Arrival Time 21:30 | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator VIKING LINE | Departure Time 00:10 | Arrival Time 10:30 | Duration 10h20 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator Eckerö Line | Departure Time 18:30 | Arrival Time 21:00 | Duration 2h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Tallink Silja | Departure Time 23:00 | Arrival Time 01:00 | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator Tallink Silja | Departure Time 07:30 | Arrival Time 09:30 | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Eckerö Line | Departure Time 09:30 | Arrival Time 12:15 | Duration 2h45 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Tallink Silja | Departure Time 22:30 | Arrival Time 00:30 | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Eckerö Line | Departure Time 12:00 | Arrival Time 14:15 | Duration 2h15 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator VIKING LINE | Departure Time 08:00 | Arrival Time 10:30 | Duration 2h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Live departures
Tallinn to Helsinki ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Tallinn to Helsinki ferries for tomorrow, Thursday 2 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eckerö Line | 6:00 Tallinn Port (Terminal A) | 2h15 | 8:15 West Terminal 2 | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tallink Silja | 7:30 Port of Tallinn (Terminal D) | 2h00 | 9:30 West Terminal 2 | 0 changesdirect | |
| Viking Line | 8:00 Tallinn Port (Terminal A) | 2h30 | 10:30 Helsinki (Katajanokka Terminal) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Eckerö Line | 9:30 Muuga | 2h45 | 12:15 Vuosaari Harbour (Hansa Terminal) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tallink Silja | 10:30 Port of Tallinn (Terminal D) | 2h00 | 12:30 West Terminal 2 | 0 changesdirect | |
| Eckerö Line | 12:00 Tallinn Port (Terminal A) | 2h15 | 14:15 West Terminal 2 | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tallink Silja | 12:30 Port of Tallinn (Terminal D) | 3h30 | 16:00 West Terminal 2 | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tallink Silja | 13:30 Port of Tallinn (Terminal D) | 2h00 | 15:30 West Terminal 2 | 0 changesdirect | |
| Viking Line | 14:00 Tallinn Port (Terminal A) | 2h50 | 16:50 Helsinki (Katajanokka Terminal) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tallink Silja | 16:30 Port of Tallinn (Terminal D) | 2h00 | 18:30 West Terminal 2 | 0 changesdirect | |
| Eckerö Line | 16:30 Muuga | 2h45 | 19:15 Vuosaari Harbour (Hansa Terminal) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Viking Line | 18:00 Tallinn Port (Terminal A) | 2h15 | 20:15 Helsinki (Katajanokka Terminal) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Eckerö Line | 18:30 Tallinn Port (Terminal A) | 2h30 | 21:00 West Terminal 2 | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tallink Silja | 19:30 Port of Tallinn (Terminal D) | 2h00 | 21:30 West Terminal 2 | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tallink Silja | 22:25 Port of Tallinn (Terminal D) | 7h35 | 6:00 West Terminal 2 | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tallink Silja | 22:30 Port of Tallinn (Terminal D) | 2h00 | 0:30 West Terminal 2 | 0 changesdirect | |
| Eckerö Line | 23:30 Muuga | 5h45 | 5:15 Vuosaari Harbour (Hansa Terminal) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why should you book Tallinn to Helsinki ferries with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs VIKING LINE?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for VIKING LINE, but also compare tickets for the likes of TALLINK, Eckero Line, Eckerö Line or Tallink Silja to find the best option for your trip from Tallinn to Helsinki.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare VIKING LINE with all available travel options, which are bus and ferry to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Tallinn to Helsinki.
Why book with Omio over Ferryhopper, Rome2rio or Directferries?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of TALLINK, Eckero Line, Eckerö Line or Tallink Silja to find the best option for your trip from Tallinn to Helsinki.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and ferry to find the ideal travel option from Tallinn to Helsinki.
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Tallinn to Helsinki
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Ferries from Tallinn to Helsinki run on average 11 times per day, taking around 2h 17m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.
There are 11 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:10, the last at 23:30. The fastest ferry covers the 44 nautical miles (82 km) distance in 2h 0m. There are 80 sailings per week. Ferries from Tallinn to Helsinki are available to foot passengers.
Distance 44 nautical miles (82 km) |
Average sailing duration 2h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Ferries per day 11 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 80 |
Fastest ferry 2h 0m |
First ferry 0:10 |
Last ferry 23:30 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 70 days |
Ferry operators: VIKING LINE, TALLINK, Eckero Line, Eckerö Line, Tallink Silja, Tallink Grupp AS from Tallinn to HelsinkiYou can travel by ferry between Tallinn to Helsinki with VIKING LINE, TALLINK, Eckero Line, Eckerö Line, Tallink Silja, Tallink Grupp AS for as low as £13. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Tallinn to Helsinki ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Tallinn to Helsinki by ferry. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest ferry, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Helsinki, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular ferry ports
Important Stations and Airports in Tallinn and Helsinki
Most Tallinn to Helsinki ferries use the Port of Tallinn (Terminal D) to Port of Helsinki (West Terminal 2) port pair, with some services arriving at Helsinki (Katajanokka Terminal). Use this guide to compare Tallinn and Helsinki ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Which Tallinn port do ferries to Helsinki leave from?
Getting to Port of Tallinn (Terminal D) from Tallinn city centre
Port of Tallinn (Terminal D) is 1 km from Tallinn city centre. Public transport options include:
Port of Tallinn (Terminal D) port facilities and services
Port of Tallinn (Terminal D) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: Kaks Kokka (0.6km), Restoran ORE (0.8km), Restaurant Bordoo (1km)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi. ATMs are available in the terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Port of Tallinn (Terminal D).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Port of Tallinn (Terminal D): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Port of Tallinn (Terminal D): Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Port of Tallinn (Terminal D).
Getting to Tallinn (Terminal A) from Tallinn city centre
Tallinn (Terminal A) port facilities and services
Tallinn (Terminal A) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Kaks Kokka (0.4km), Restoran Olevi Residents (0.8km), Leib Resto ja Aed (0.9km)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi. ATMs are multiple ATMs available in the terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Tallinn (Terminal A).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Tallinn (Terminal A): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Tallinn (Terminal A).
Which Helsinki port do ferries from Tallinn arrive at?
Getting to Port of Helsinki (West Terminal 2) from Helsinki city centre
Port of Helsinki (West Terminal 2) is 2 km from Helsinki city centre. Public transport options include:
Port of Helsinki (West Terminal 2) port facilities and services
Port of Helsinki (West Terminal 2) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Faro Channelside Bar & Restaurant (0.3km), Restaurant Loiste (0.6km), Restaurant Merimakasiini (0.9km)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi. ATMs are available inside the terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Port of Helsinki (West Terminal 2).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Port of Helsinki (West Terminal 2): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Port of Helsinki (West Terminal 2).
Getting to Helsinki (Katajanokka Terminal) from Helsinki city centre
Helsinki (Katajanokka Terminal) is 1 km from Helsinki city centre. Public transport options include:
Helsinki (Katajanokka Terminal) port facilities and services
Helsinki (Katajanokka Terminal) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Johan & Nyström (0.3km), Ravintola Nokka (0.4km), Holiday Bar (0.6km)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi. ATMs are available inside the terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Helsinki (Katajanokka Terminal).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Helsinki (Katajanokka Terminal): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Helsinki (Katajanokka Terminal).
Getting to Helsinki Vuosaari (Hansa Terminal) from Helsinki city centre
Helsinki Vuosaari (Hansa Terminal) is 14 km from Helsinki city centre. Public transport options include:
Helsinki Vuosaari (Hansa Terminal) port facilities and services
Helsinki Vuosaari (Hansa Terminal) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Ravintola Nokka (0.8km), Restaurant Blue Peter (0.9km), Ravintola Rantapuisto (1km)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi. ATMs are available in the terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Helsinki Vuosaari (Hansa Terminal).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Helsinki Vuosaari (Hansa Terminal): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Helsinki Vuosaari (Hansa Terminal).
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